Who was Saint Valentine and why do we celebrate Valentine's Day?

14 February 2022 by Sarah Jones

A day some people dread while other adore, Valentine’s Day has undeniably become an important date in the diary for those looking to celebrate their love. Whether its a candle lit dinner, a quiet romantic night in or a hastily bought bouquet of petrol station flowers – each courting couple has their unique spin on … Read more

Gory history of Saint Valentine's Day – beheadings, goat sacrifice and bloodthirsty emperor

14 February 2022 by Sarah Jones

Valentine’s Day has a bloody history seemingly unfitting of the cuddly romance we see today. Where there now are romantic cards and gifts, there once was the swish of an axe Valentine’s Day greetings may have originated around the 14th century ( Image: Getty Images/Tetra images RF) The only thing that gets beheaded on Valentine’s … Read more